
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Paynesville, WV from $475 (37 Rentals)
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Emerald Gardens

Patriot East (FKA River East)

Fort Gay Apartments

Twin Oaks Apartments

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New River Gardens I

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The Place at Slate Creek

231 S Heber St

Century Square Apartments
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235 Birdmont Ln

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Marion Manor

Bridgewater Retreat

Allandale Falls

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Holston View

1309 E Main St

1801 Maryland Ave

Eagle Valley

852 Mercer St
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Pauli Heights

101 N 2nd St

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Paint Landing

Meadowlark Apartments

Edwards Crossing I

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181 Newberry Ridge

Crossroads Apartments

Piney Gardens

123 Lilly St

Rustic Way Apartments

807 S Oakwood Ave

Roberts Village Apartments

Heritage House

205 Mercer St
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115 Chatham Dr
Paynesville, WV Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Paynesville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paynesville Studio Apartments | $1,037 | $945 | $1,130 |
| Paynesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,083 | $475 | $2,796 |
| Paynesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,246 | $499 | $3,400 |
| Paynesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $880 | $2,326 |
| Paynesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,899 | $1,899 | $1,899 |
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Cheapest Available Paynesville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Paynesville, WV is a 1 Bed unit found at Patriot East (FKA River East) in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood priced from $595. Fort Gay Apartments in the Wayne County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Paynesville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patriot East (FKA River East) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| Fort Gay Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| The Place at Slate Creek | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Edwards Crossing I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $702 |
| Century Square Apartments | Century 1B 1B Small | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| 231 S Heber St | APT 6 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Paint Landing | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1BA | $775 |
| Emerald Gardens | 2 Bedroom C | 2BR,1BA | $820 |
| Marion Manor | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $837 |
| Allandale Falls | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Paynesville, WV and Nearby
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Paynesville area is the $1.12 price per square foot Pearson Model at Villas at North Park in the in the Town Of Kingsport neighborhood starting from $1,585. The second greatest value Paynesville apartment is the 3BD-2.5BTH Model at Fincastle Farms starting at $1,200 with a $0.86 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Paynesville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas at North Park | Pearson | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.12 |
| Fincastle Farms | 3BD-2.5BTH | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.86 |
| Shelby Heights | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Paint Landing | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.67 |
| Emerald Gardens | 2 Bedroom C | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Cross Creek | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom - B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Marion Manor | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Edwards Crossing I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Patriot East (FKA River East) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Fort Gay Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Paynesville Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Paynesville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Paynesville Apartment is $595 at Patriot East (FKA River East).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Paynesville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Paynesville is starting from $640 at Fort Gay Apartments.
What is the most affordable Paynesville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Paynesville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Paint Landing and starts from $775.
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